The Senior Researcher will ensure that the Growth and Development research objectives are achieved by carrying out the following tasks:

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Carrying out in-depth research on economic growth and socio-economic transformation, with focus on agricultural and rural transformation, drawing on latest academic literature and empirical work both nationally as well as from international sources.
2. Designing and implementing research projects drawn from the REPOA’s research programme on the growth-poverty nexus.
3. Developing research programme and strategy of implementation on matters related to socio-economic transformation, agricultural and rural development, innovation and competitiveness.
4. Organising seminars and other dialogue mechanisms to stimulate national policy dialogue on matters of agricultural and rural transformation.
5. Preparing publishable papers and policy briefs to inform decision- making processes on issues related to agricultural development and rural transformation at all levels of government.
6. Linking with national and international institutions on agriculture and rural development to facilitate learning and collaboration.

Required Qualifications and Mode of Engagement

• Applicants mustbe holders of at least a Master’s degree in Economics or a related discipline in Social Sciences from a recognized and reputable higher learning institution, and must demonstrate a working knowledge and at least 5 years of research experience on growth, policy analysis, and agricultural and rural development. A PhD will be an added advantage.
• Must demonstrate quantitative research skills, have excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Must have the ability to set priorities and handle competing time and resource demands, have ability to work independently and as a team member.
• The Senior Researcher will initially be engaged on a two-year contract with the possibility for renewal upon satisfactory performance.

Mode of Application:
Qualified applicants are welcome to apply, and should send their typed application letter and detailed CV including three referees to the address below .

REPOA is an equal opportunity employer.

Only applicants who meet requirements will be considered for an interview. Those who do not hear from REPOA should consider themselves unsuccessful.

Applications should be addressed to the Executive Director.